2006 Hospices de Beaune Mazis-Chambertin Grand Cru Cuvée Madeleine Collignon

The 2006 vintage of the Hospices de Beaune Mazis-Chambertin Grand Cru Cuvée Madeleine Collignon comes from the stable of Laurent Richard Père & Fils.

The 2006 Hospices de Beaune Mazis-Chambertin Grand Cru Cuvée Madeleine Collignon is a prestigious Burgundy wine from an exceptional terroir in the Côte de Nuits, one of the most famous wine regions in France. The Mazis-Chambertin vineyard, known for its Grand Cru status, Located in the Gevrey-Chambertin appellation, the estate is known for producing powerful, complex and long-lived Pinot Noir wines.

2006 was a relatively warm year in Burgundy, resulting in ripe, concentrated grapes with a good balance between acidity and ripeness. The wine therefore has an intense bouquet of red and dark fruits, such as cherries, blackcurrants and plums, with spicy and earthy notes. notes that develop as the wine ages. The Mazis-Chambertin terroir adds extra depth and complexity, with aromas of subterranean minerality, humus and subtle spices.

The wine shows powerful tannins that become softer and more complex with age, and a full, round mouth structure typical of Grand Cru wines from Mazis-Chambertin. The acidity provides freshness and elegance, making the wine well balanced and a long, lingering finish with notes of truffle, cedar and spices.

ABOUT HOSPICES DE BEAUNE

The Hospices de Beaune, also known as the Hôtel-Dieu, is a historic hospital in Beaune, Burgundy, founded in 1443 by Nicolas Rolin and his wife Guigone de Salins. The building is known for its Gothic architecture and colorful, glazed roofs, and now serves as a museum.

In addition to its medical history, the Hospices de Beaune plays an important role in the world of wine. Since 1859, it has organised a prestigious wine auction every year on the third Sunday of November. This auction, held in the historic halls of the Hôtel-Dieu, attracts wine lovers and professionals from all over the world. The proceeds are used for the maintenance of the hospital and other charitable purposes.

The winery owns a vast wine estate with vineyards in some of Burgundy's most renowned appellations, such as Pommard, Meursault and Corton-Charlemagne. The wines offered at the auction bear the prestigious "Hospices de Beaune" label.

FACT : The wine is in our conditioned Wine Warehouse and if you come to pick up the wine you will often also receive a nice discount. You will see the possible discount immediately if you choose Pick up on the Checkout page. We are almost next to the Rijksweg with plenty of parking. Click here for address.